Fantasy Tip: Rodgers was medically cleared late Tuesday night, so the coach is just confirming what most owners probably already knew. It's not going to be an easy three-game stretch for the six-time Pro Bowler - Carolina in Week 15, the Minnesota Vikings in Week 16 and the Detroit Lions in Week 17 - but owners waiting for a gift to fall in their laps during the fantasy playoffs may have gotten their wish. Rodgers will be a top-five fantasy quarterback play this week if he starts as expected.

Green Bay Packers QB Aaron Rodgers (shoulder) announced on his Instagram account Tuesday, Dec. 12, he has been medically cleared to resume playing football.

Fantasy Tip: Rodgers has been throwing on the side for a few weeks, but this confirms he should be back under center for the Packers in Week 15 against the Carolina Panthers. While his return likely comes too late for most of his fantasy owners - and those who relied on Jordy Nelson - the many owners who were able to pick him up off waivers should be thrilled. Although his remaining fantasy schedule is far from a cakewalk, he should be reinserted into the majority of lineups this weekend.

Green Bay Packers QB Aaron Rodgers (shoulder) is pushing very hard to play in Week 15 against the Carolina Panthers and the team - along with the medical staff - hopes to arrive at a decision regarding his status Wednesday, Dec. 13. However, there are "loud and protective voices" within the organization wondering if it is worth the risk of putting him on the field to potentially injure himself again for a "small chance at a great reward," according to NFL.com's Ian Rapoport.

Fantasy Tip: Rodgers was not expected to be fully healed two months after suffering a broken collarbone and that appears to be the case here. Rapoport reports 80 percent healed with this injury is considered healthy enough to be on the field, so Rodgers' status for Week 15 remains very much up in the air. If he can play, he'll be a high-end, high-risk QB1 option for fantasy owners this week.

Green Bay Packers QB Aaron Rodgers (collarbone) underwent tests and scans on his collarbone, but head coach Mike McCarthy said there is no clear decision on his status at this point. Rodgers is still being evaluated by team doctors.

Fantasy Tip: Owners will need to monitor Rodgers' practice participation during the week to have a better idea of his status for Week 15. He would be facing a tough Carolina Panthers defense if he plays but can be a No. 1 fantasy quarterback in all leagues.

Fantasy Tip: Nelson has struggled to get on the same page with Brett Hundley, as Davante Adams has blown past him for the No. 1 receiver job. The good news for Nelson and his nervous fantasy owners is that an Aaron Rodgers return is just around the corner. Still, Nelson can't be trusted as anything more than a WR3 or flex option right now.

Fantasy Tip: Adams scored the walk-off touchdown in overtime to sink the winless Browns. He has jelled nicely to new quarterback Brett Hundley, taking over as the No. 1 receiver, with Jordy Nelson struggling to adjust. Aaron Rodgers is nearing a return, so it will be interesting to see if the situation changes down the stretch. Fantasy owners of Adams hope the beat goes on as he is playing well.

Fantasy Tip: Cobb bounced back after being blanked against the Buccaneers, posting his most catches since Week 1 against the Seahawks. The yardage total was still low and he remains more of a WR4 in most fantasy leagues heading into Week 15.

Fantasy Tip: Jones did nothing while Jamaal Williams totaled 22 touches, 118 yards from scrimmage and two touchdowns. If you were depending on Jones to be the bellcow in Green Bay, it doesn't appear that will be the case into Week 15 and beyond.

Fantasy Tip: Williams had a giant game, leading the way with 22 touches. Meanwhile, Aaron Jones had four runs for minus-2 yards, so it appears Williams is going to be the leading back heading into Week 15 and beyond.

Fantasy Tip: Hundley led the team's comeback after trailing 21-7 heading into the fourth quarter. He tossed a touchdown in overtime to lead the team to a 7-6 record. Aaron Rodgers is nearing a return, but Hundley has improved and done a good job for those rolling the dice on him in DFS lately.